Night Snowshoe Hiking Tour

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2023.1.31

Are you familiar with the ZenGoro Falls on the Norikura Kogen Plateau? During the green season, the falls cascade down with such force that you can feel the spray of water. However, in the winter months, it transforms into an ice waterfall. During the coldest months, you can even approach the falls and the frozen river nearby, where you will be amazed by its powerful presence. In Japan, there are some plans to light up artificially created ice waterfalls or ice sculptures during winter. But it’s rare to find a naturally formed ice waterfall that has been lit up. If it’s a clear night without the moon, you can see the stars sparkling in the sky. And, if the moon is out, its light creates a fantastic and mystical world. Finally, you can also enjoy a snowshoe downhill ride.

Points of Interest

POINT1
You can see the natural ice waterfall light-up.

It is quite rare to find natural ice waterfall light-up in various places in Japan.

POINT2
You can enjoy the ice waterfall in almost private conditions.

Raicho is the only one conducting a night tour of the Zengoro Falls. You can enjoy a private time.

POINT3
You can experience the tranquility of the forest at night.

When you turn off the lights, there is complete silence in the pitch-black darkness. You can experience the ultimate noiselessness in the serenity that cannot be felt during the day.

Benefits

Witnessing the natural ice waterfall illuminated at night, revealing its colors that are not visible during the daytime
Approach to the waterfall basin is made safer with the guidance of a tour guide
Walking through the silent forest at night, feeling the presence of wild animals
Gazing up at the vast starry sky (weather permitting)

Tour Schedule (2 hours)

7:00 p.m.
Depart from Raicho

7:10 p.m.
Start from the Zengorou Falls parking lot (depending on the starting point)

7:40 p.m.
Zengorou Falls

9:00 p.m.
Return to Raicho

What to Bring

Waterproof jacket and pants (snow wear)
Waterproof gloves (inner gloves are even better)
Warm clothing (synthetic undergarments, etc.) ※The temperature can drop below -10 degrees Celsius in the early morning.
Waterproof shoes such as hiking shoes or snow boots
Backpack
Knit hat
Goggles (wind and snow) or sunglasses (on sunny days)
Warm drink ・Snacks for the tour

※Snowshoes, poles, and gaiters are included in the tour fee.

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